52 - The Top 5 Hiring Mistakes in Small Business

In this episode, I am sharing the top five hiring mistakes that small business owners often make and how to avoid them. I am drawing from years of coaching with small business owners as well as my own personal mistakes.  The consequences of these mistakes can cost business owners both money and valuable time.  We discuss the consequences of delaying hiring, attempting to clone oneself, not defining the needed role clearly, creating vague job positions (slumgullion), neglecting to check references, and compromising on hiring standards. Additionally, I share tips on making the hiring process more effective. If you loved this episode, join me for an upcoming workshop on February 19th for recruiting and hiring, offering both direct guidance and group coaching options. 00:00 Introduction: The Biggest Mistake in Hiring01:17 The Consequences of Delaying Hiring04:32 Creating a Sustainable Hiring Plan05:28 Avoiding the Clone Trap07:35 Defining Your Needs Clearly10:00 Upcoming Workshop Announcement11:02 The Importance of Checking References16:27 Don't Compromise on Hiring__REGISTER for Hiring and Recruiting WorkshopHiring and Recruiting - Workshop ONLYHiring and Recruiting - Workshop PLUS 2 coaching sessionsWork with Kari: Anchored Leadership AcademyPrivate Business and Leadership CoachingContact Kari Lotzien | Be the Anchor: Website: BeTheAnchor.caFacebook: BeTheAnchorLtdInstagram: BeTheAnchor.caLinked In: Kari Lotzien Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.